Florida Federal Judge Seeks to Unmask Funders Behind Her Cases

A recently-appointed federal judge in Florida wants to know if outside funders are backing cases in her court.

Judge Anne-Leigh Gaylord Moe earlier this month began instructing parties to name any outside funders involved in the cases and state whether their approval is necessary for litigation or settlement decisions. Moe also wants to know if any funders or related entities are affiliated with foreign governments.

A clerk for Moe didn’t respond to a request for comment

“Sanctions including dismissal of the action, entry of a default, or monetary sanctions may be entered against a non-compliant party or counsel,” Moe wrote ...